Southern Indian Health Council, Inc. 4058 Willows Road, Alpine CA 91901 (619) 445-1188 www.sihc.org ACCREDITATION: Preparation, Process, and Achievement 2017 ANNUAL TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE CONSULTATION CONFERENCE SELF-GOVERNANCE COMMUNICATION AND EDUCATION TRIBAL CONSORTIUM April 26, 2017 3:30-5:00PM Megan Lenaghan Quality Management Coordinator
OBJECTIVES Designed to provide participants with knowledge, frameworks, and tools to: Enhance ability to understand a general accreditation process Increase awareness of how the process is standard, but the approach is unique Foster alignment, inclusion and support Cultivate a culture of being the best your organization can be in which employees understand the essentialness of achieving accreditation recognition and its ongoing process Get energized, stay energized and energize others Engage in accreditation to strengthen efforts in improving health care quality and linkages to care
Goal Facilitate a conversation that allows for increased understanding of an accreditation process. Self-Governance and Accreditation Knowing what programs are best for your organization and receive the formal recognition for the work done each and every day. Purpose Presentation will capture how SIHC has previously and maintains a survey ready approach for re-accreditation by sharing our lessons learned, tips and perspectives.
INDIAN HEALTH Accredited Clinics Association for Ambulatory Health Care: 151 Visit California Area Indian Health Service Accreditation Page at: https://www.ihs.gov/california/index.cfm/healthprograms/accreditation/ Visit AAAHC Accredited Facilities Page: https://eweb.aaahc.org/eweb/dynamicpage.aspx?site=aaahc_si te&webkey=94f04d39-62b7-45ba-9b21-98de165b328a&fromsearchcontrol=yes&fromsearchcontrol= Yes
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF Why does our healthcare/service agency want accreditation? What is the reason behind an accreditation agency? What are the benefits? Ready Set Go
WHY ACCREDITATION? Encourage voluntary attainment of high-quality care Provide a standard for quality care and services at organizations Demonstrates successful achievement: accomplishment! Demonstrates program adheres to highest standards and best practices Application of Standards include: Core standards Provide outline Allows all seeing accreditation to follow same process and benchmark for standards
TAKING A CLOSER LOOK THINGS TO THINK ABOUT IN THE NEAR FUTURE Affordable Care Act Marketability of Clinic Implementation Quality Standards Patient Centered Home Patient Centered Care Patient Satisfaction Patient Engagement and buy-in Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. - Dr. Seuss
BUILDING BLOCKS OF CORE STANDARDS Patient Rights and Responsibilities Governance: General & Credentialing Administration Infection Prevention and Control and Safety Facilities and Environment Quality of Care Provided Quality Management and Improvement Clinical Records and Health Information Medical and/or Dental Home
PROCESS Accreditation is awarded to organizations that demonstrate substantial compliance with applicable standards 3 years full accreditation 3 years accreditation with intra-cycle activity Survey Team Utilizes: Observation Physical walk through See employees in action Discussion Interview employees Reading Policies, procedures, protocols Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny. ~Frank Outlaw
STEPS Organization fills out application by visiting accrediting organization website This begins the process for accreditation and re-accreditation Accuracy and veracity of information essential If organization experiences significant changes after submitting application Notify AAAHC in writing within 5 business days of change Will receive a Notice of Accreditation Survey Must post in accordance with AAAHC Standards and not removed until after the Survey date Will receive date and time of Survey Yes! You Can!
Surveyors GENERAL INFORMATION Familiarity with names- communication for them preparing for the site visit Serve as representatives of AAAHC Ambassadors, Objective fact finders, Reporters of personal observations, Educators, Consultants Plan for survey to be from around 8-4:30 Be flexible with time (satellite facilities) Flow of Survey Orientation Meeting Potential Attendees: CEO, COO, Executive Assistant, HR Director, MIS/IT Director, Medical Director, Dental Director, Family/Social Services Director, Facilities/Maintenance Director, Quality Management Coordinator Key behind the scenes prepping staff: Medical Office Manager, Billing Office Manager, Medical Records Coordinator, Dental Office Manager Tour of Facility Opportunity for patients and staff to present information regarding provision of health care or compliance with standards Purpose of posting notice Closing Conference Review of general findings and results
GENERAL INFORMATION CONTINUED During observation some non-time/planned activities Observation of scheduled procedure Inspection of physical facility Exam rooms Laboratory Technical/Support Services Review of Organization s Policies & Procedures Manual Review of Organization s other documents Peer Review Quality Improvement Program Review Current Quality Improvement Studies Governance/Administrative Documents/Processes Clinical Records Credentialing Records Personnel Records Interview Employees It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, & discipline that enabled us to follow through. ~Zig Ziglar
GENERAL INFORMATION MATERIALS FOR REVIEW Meeting Minutes Department Committees Administrative Personnel Records & Policies Credentialing Records & Policies Maintenance & Calibration of Equipment Reports Medical/Dental/Pharmacy Disposal Documents Financial Records Audit and Balance Sheet Emergency Policies Patient Satisfaction Reports Facility Employee Available Ladder to reach ceiling Flashlight Tape measure (minimum 10 feet) think about it Anything that will make your Clinic/Organization demonstrate they are in compliance: safety, cleanliness, up to date
GENERAL INFORMATION PERSONNEL REVIEW/STAFF READINESS Employee Folder Application Background Investigation Orientation Human Resources Quality Assurance Management Information Systems Department Specific Training Documentation Evaluation 90 Day Annual Employee Injuries Documented OSHA 300 Logs Sharps Injury Log Policies and Procedures All departments, subdepartments, programs Review policies with staff Know protocols and processes in place A mediocre person tells. A good person explains. A superior person demonstrates. A great person inspires others to see for themselves. ~Harvey Mackay
Surveyor select records CLINICAL RECORDS Evaluate using AAAHC Clinical Records Worksheet Utilize electronic system Have set-up and ready to use Printed copies of record should not be requested If specific problems/trends/issues are identified and record is thus incomplete, additional records will be reviewed Minimum of 15 at SIHC s main site Minimum of 10 at SIHC s satellite site Review from last 12 months that demonstrate Types of services provided Broad spectrum of providers with privileges Review from last 36 months that involve Death Transfer Litigation Unplanned outcomes/incidents Obstacles are necessary for success because in selling, as in all careers of importance, victory comes only after many struggles and countless defeats. ~Og Mandino
WALK THROUGH POSTINGS Notice of Accreditation Survey Patient Rights Patient Responsibilities Mission Statement Values Vision Exit Signs Resources Family Violence Prevention (domestic violence, sexual assault, substance abuse) If there is a study or survey in place Make sure summary and time period are posted Putting It All Together
WALK THROUGH COMPLIANCE Doors Locked Patient Records Medical Dental Mental Health Pharmacy Hazardous Waste Departments with authorized personnel only MIS/IT Cleanliness: departments, offices everywhere Appliances: double insulated and UL Clinical/Treatment Settings: no food or cosmetics
SUMMARY TABLE OF AAAHC SERVICES Anesthesia Services Surgical and Related Services Pharmaceutical Services Pathology and Medical Laboratory Services Diagnostic and Other Imaging Services Health Education and Health Promotion Behavioral Health Services Teaching and Publication Activities Management Care Organization Medical Home
ACCREDITATION DENIAL Significantly compromise or jeopardize patient care
ACCREDITATION DENIAL CONTINUED Fail to notify of licensure changes AAAHC may revoke or reduce accreditation term due to structure, operations, inability to perform services, etc.
INTERNAL PREPARATION PROCESS Look at yourself, as an organization Evaluate internal readiness and preparation structure and process
LESSONS LEARNED/TIPS AAAHC/Compliance/Accreditation Binder AAAHC Worksheets (internally and externally) for each department: Medical Kumeyaay Family Services (Behavioral Health) Facilities and Environment Pharmaceutical Review of Policies & Procedures, Processes, Protocols Medical/Dental Front Office (patient registration, check-in) Back Office (lab, patient flow) Referrals Mental Health Community Health Log Books/Forms OSHA SDS (now Global Harmonized System) Equipment Logs (calibration, temperature, service) Sterilization Cleaning
Credentialing LESSONS LEARNED/TIPS PREPARATION Records Worksheet Licensure: Board Certification, DEA, ACLS, PALS, CPR National Practitioner Data Bank Checks Professional Liability Claims (history) Continuing Education Units (up to date and maintained) Privileging Peer Reviews Ongoing monitoring of important aspects of care Allows identification of: trends, outcomes, and occurrences Results reported to Board of Directors (SIHC s governing board) Results are part of granting privileges process Completion of Reviews
LESSONS LEARNED/TIPS SUCCESS Ensure all staff are confident and comfortable with general knowledge questions THINK: Clinical vs. Non-Clinical Staff Provide standard AAAHC Questions to provoke thinking Collaborative co-worker approach Clear communication and expectations Follow-through on tasks assigned Develop tracking mechanism Accountability Top down and bottom up (support) Internal administrative process Shared amongst Directors A real decision is measured by the fact that you've taken a new action. If there's no action, you haven't truly decided. ~Tony Robbins
PUTTING IT ALL IN PERSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES STRUCTURE
What are two key elements that should be taken into everything we do?
A CLOSER LOOK AT ORGANIZATIONAL COMPLIANCE Current CULTURE CORE Needs Values Abilities Behaviors Quality and Safety Awareness increases Responsibility
SOURCES OF SUCCESS You have everything you need to build something far bigger than yourself. ~Seth Godin Support
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REFERENCES AND RESOURCES AAAHC (www.aaahct.org) California Area Indian Health Services (www.ihs/gov/california)
We are Here for You! Carolina Manzano, Chief Executive Officer cmanzano@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x302 Laura Caswell, Chief Operating Officer lcaswell@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x303 Rita Lopez, Human Resources Director rlopez@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x308 Terry King, Chief Financial Officer tking@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x330 Laura Quaha, Executive Secretary lquaha@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x301 Mark Bellisario, D.D.S Dental Director mbellisario@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x450 Young Suh, M.D. Medical Director ysuh@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x420 Jacqueline Manley, Kumeyaay Family Services Director jmanley@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x201 Megan Lenaghan, Quality Management Coordinator mlenaghan@sihc.org (619) 445-1188 x304